Keeping active and flexible: Pilates in older age
It’s important to stay active as we age, for both our physical and mental health, and more and more people are turning to Pilates in older age. Pilates is a gentle but powerful form of exercise which can help to reduce stiffness, improve our balance, joint pain and muscle loss. In our blog we explain […]
Why many are taking up Pilates to improve mental health
It’s well-known that people often look into Pilates to improve mental health as a way to exercise and help lift their mood. Sadly, mental health across the UK has been shown to have deteriorated in the last few years, so now more than ever people are looking to find solutions and lift their mood. It’s […]
Mat Pilates or Reformer Pilates: Why Mat Pilates is Just as Good (If Not Better) Than Reformer Pilates
Something I’m frequently asked at the moment is whether Mat Pilates or Reformer Pilates is better. My short answer is that they both have strengths, but that if you’re looking for an accessible, convenient way to practice Pilates, Mat Pilates has the clear advantage. There are good reasons to practice Reformer Pilates, which I’ll cover […]
FAQs for Pilates and back pain
As a highly qualified and experienced Pilates instructor, over the years I’ve heard lots of the same FAQs for Pilates and back pain. Often those who are thinking about starting Pilates, or even those who are already practicing it, have the same questions about the exercises and their function, so I thought that this month […]
Pilates or Weight Training for Women Over 40: What’s Best?
I’m hearing a lot of debate at the moment where people are trying to work out what’s best for women over 40 between Pilates or weight training. It’s so important for all of us to stay active after 40 to maintain overall health and improve bone density, strength, flexibility and a positive mental wellbeing. Many […]
Benefits of Pilates
Pilates tends to be associated with improving your Core strength, however there are some many more benefits of Pilates. So if you are considering whether Pilates would be a good choice for you, continue to read below where I share with you a bit of background about Pilates and the Benefits of Pilates in more […]